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The Call-up (1979) — It's time for Jonsson to return to his old regiment to rehearse what he learned
The Call-up (1979) Storyline
It's time for Jonsson to return to his old regiment to rehearse what he learned during conscription a few years ago. He meets his old friends, platoon leader Larsson and the music loving captain 'Beethoven'. Jonsson and his comrades doesn't take it very serious - but they have a jolly good time. A female journalist follows the exercise to write an article, and gets interested in him.
Full Cast & Crew
- Janne 'Loffe' Carlsson as Oskar Löfgren
- Lasse Åberg as Helge Jonsson
- Ted Åström as Börje Larsson
- Lasse Haldenberg as Hans Öberg
- Weiron Holmberg as Tore Tallroth
- Lennart Skoogh as Jonas Gustafsson
- Ingvar Andersson as Captain 'Beethoven'
- Lena-Maria Gårdenäs-Lawton as Bea
- Lars Amble as Chief Editor
- Monica Dominique as Doris
- Lottie Ejebrant as Doris' Friend
- Örjan Ramberg as HQ radio operator
- Malou Berg as Doris' Friend
- Agneta Prytz as Helge's mother
- Greta Zachrisson as Doris' Friend
Why Watch The Call-up?
The Vibe: The Call-up is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1979. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.8/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with comedy-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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